Overcoming Brain Freeze

Leslie approaches the uncomfortable feeling we get before we present in front of a crowd. She explains that butterflies in your stomach are normal, and she gives us three ways to help overcome them. Deep breathing is first, counting backwards...
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Should You Memorize Your Speech

Leslie shares tips on how to give a successful speech as an amateur speaker. She recommends that you DO NOT memorize your speech.



Best Ways To Open And Close A Speech

Leslie explains that marrying your mindset and how you communicate is the key to a great speech. Your speech should try to persuade your audience, not inform.  Open with a wow, end on a thought provocation comment, add a call...
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Are You Taking No Too Soon

Leslie explains that often we buy on emotion and we justify with logic. If a client says no, it does not mean that you can not use communication to move forward and capture a sale down the road. Do not...
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Being An Effective Panelist

Leslie shares tips of how to make the most out of your time/responsibility of being a panelist. She provides specific tips for the listener to consider.